Hello everyone,
So far, we always take advantage of lemons by squeezing water from the fruit. In fact, apart from the benefits of juice, lemon peels can also be used for health with a variety of benefits. In fact, the research found that orange peels had the highest number of flavonoid compounds called polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) compared to other edible parts of the fruit. The polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) in orange peel can lower cholesterol more effectively than regular cholesterol drugs.
Before discussing the various benefits of lemon water and its peel, we should first know the nutritional content of lemons.
| Nutrition | Amount / 100 Gram |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 27 mg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0,04 mg |
| Protein | 0,9 gram |
| Fat | 0,2 gram |
| Carbohidrat | 11,4 gram |
| Minerals | 0,5 gram |
| Calcium | 33 mg |
| Fosfor | 23 mg |
| The Iron | 0,4 mg |
| Ascorbic acid | 49 mg |
| Energy | 51 kal |
| Water | 86 gram |
The content of lemon peel is actually not much different from the content in lemons. The difference is, the calorie, potassium, magnesium and carbohydrate content in lemon peel is much less than lemon juice.
Personal experience
Information about the benefits of orange peels I got from my older sister. Previously, I only consumed lemon with lemon juice. However, when a few months ago my cholesterol level was high, my sister advised me to regularly consume lemon water and the peel. Because the polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) in orange peels can neutralize bad fats in the body.
Since that day, I started to get used to consuming lemon juice and peel, at first maybe the taste would be a little different if you only drank lemon juice. However, if you're used to it, you'll be able to feel sensation of lemon juice and the peel when put together.
Cut the lemon in half, then I take the juice of half in half, while the other part is sliced and put in a glass.
Then put hot water into a glass, rest for about 7-10 minutes.
Then drink it while it's still warm because warm water can circulate blood through the arteries and veins because it is a vasodilator, meaning it opens blood vessels. The blood flow increases and blood pressure decreases, helping the muscles relax.
There are many health benefits if you regularly consume lemon juice and peel, including:
- Hydrates the body.
- Reducing the risk of cancer
- Lose Weight.
- Reduces wrinkles on the skin.
- Helps the Body's Digestive System
- Freshens Breath.
- Increase Endurance
- Preventing Kidney Stones.
- And otherss.
In order for maximum benefits, the consumption of lemon juice should be done at the right time. That way, the absorption of nutrients by the body will be maximized. Lemon water should be drunk in the morning when you wake up, as a rehydration process. After 8 hours of sleep a night without any fluid intake, rehydration with lemon water can be good because it helps restore fluids in the body that have been lost overnight from sweat and urine.
Things that must be considered consuming lemon
The side effect of lemon for teeth is the loss of enamel. This is because lemons contain citric acid which can erode tooth enamel. Enamel itself is the outermost layer of teeth that serves to protect teeth. The acidic atmosphere that occurs in the mouth, if left in contact for a long time, will cause erosion of the enamel layer.
- Use a straw, as this method can minimize or reduce the contact between the lemon juice and the teeth.
- Gargle with water after consuming these drinks.
- Avoid brushing your teeth immediately after drinking lemon water. Wait 30 minutes to an hour. This is because the softness of the tooth surface due to contact with lemon water will be eroded further when brushing.
Drink water with lemon slices in the form of infused water is now a lifestyle for many people. Lemon in the water is not just a decoration, but can provide health benefits. Lemon water contains nutrients the body needs, such as vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Besides having a lot of goodness, lemon juice can also be bad for health if consumed in excess.
